The stress of being President

How stress ages the commander-in-chief

By Mike Howell

on August 12, 2013 9:53 AM

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Former first lady Nancy Reagan once said "Presidents don't get vacations — they just get a change of scenery. The job goes with you." President Barack Obama is taking a vacation in Martha's Vineyard this week. The stress of being president after just five years in office can be seen in these photos. less

Former first lady Nancy Reagan once said "Presidents don't get vacations — they just get a change of scenery. The job goes with you." President Barack Obama is taking a vacation in Martha's Vineyard this ... more

Photo: Steven Senne, Associated Press

Former first lady Nancy Reagan once said "Presidents... Photo-5032123.68032 - San Antonio Express-News

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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama walk to Marine One prior to departing from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, August 10, 2013.

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama walk to Marine One prior to departing from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, August 10, 2013.

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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama walk to Marine... Photo-5032124.68032 - San Antonio Express-News

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President Barack Obama delivers remarks about the fiscal cliff negotiations in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building next to the White House December 31, 2012.

President Barack Obama delivers remarks about the fiscal cliff negotiations in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building next to the White House December 31, 2012.